Approximately $1.5 million is left to allocate from the American Royal’s payment for its new campus near 118th Street and State Avenue.
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‘Near miss’ prompts KCK fire department to seek federal safety grant
Unified Government commissioners authorized request at meeting where they also sought funding to address a dangerous rail crossing.
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Kansas City Zoo looking to double classroom space in education building
The Kansas City Plan Commission recently approved the proposed expansion of more than 15,000 square feet.
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School district concerns put two Port KC apartment proposals under incentives microscope
Port KC commissioners raise questions about two proposed projects near the Country Club Plaza.
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Jackson County legislators mull data center moratorium
The 120-day pause would allow the county to establish regulations governing approval and construction of these facilities.
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Against headwinds, minority-owned businesses open at higher rate in KC
A new Kauffman Foundation report shows business creation rebounding to pre-pandemic levels, led by Black, Latino and immigrant founders. But increasing numbers are often driven by necessity, and Kansas City is falling behind the national pace.
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Nearly 600-acre rezoning to pave way for development at downtown airport
The proposed $55 million Apex Aero Center would include a 12,000-square-foot passenger terminal and room for nearly 40 aircraft.
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Port KC considering plan for ‘AI factory and research facility’
Details are skimpy for project that agency CEO says is “much different” than traditional data centers.
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Projects seek additional $2M from KC economic development board
The sites are located at 35th Street and Prospect Avenue and in the 18th & Vine Jazz District.
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‘Troost is not scary’: Kansas City Equity Walk highlights Black business revival on historic street
The Troost Equity Walk on Aug. 15 invites the public to trek 10 miles along Kansas City’s historic racial dividing line, visiting The Combine KC, Aim Well Yoga, WeCode KC, and others.